GOP promises mining reform, voter ID, tax cuts

11:00 PM,
Nov. 7, 2012

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Wisconsin Republicans intend to revamp the state's mining regulations, cut taxes and pass laws requiring voters to present identification before casting ballots next year after regaining control of the state Legislature.

Republicans gained two seats in the state Senate Tuesday, where they will hold a 17-15 majority, and maintained a comfortable advantage in the Assembly. That means Gov. Scott Walker and the GOP will be able to pursue their agenda with renewed vigor.

In one of those two Senate races, the Democratic incumbent refused Wednesday to concede. State Sen. Jessica King trailed ...